Engineering Technician I

Flowers Foods; Villa Rica (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Professional growth

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

Flowers Foods, Inc. in the United States is seeking an Engineering Technician I to support production through preventive and unscheduled maintenance.

Strong electrical and mechanical skills are required to support plant operations, including boilers and refrigeration equipment. This role requires SAP proficiency, training on current and lower level skillsets, and the ability to rotate between engineering and production tasks while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• One or more years experience as a Technician or formal training.
• Experience with heating, ventilation, air conditioning; welding; electronics and electrical repairs.
• Training/certifications or military training may substitute for Vocational training.
• Proficiency with SAP and data-related tasks is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned preventative maintenance tasks.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on plant equipment and machinery.
• Respond to and correct equipment stoppages and breakdowns; replace parts as needed.
• Operate shop tools and fabricate required parts.
• Maintain cleanliness of the work area and follow safety rules.
• Follow company policies including EEO, safety and compliance.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervision.
• Fulfill work schedules and attendance policies.

Skills

Electrical skills

Mechanical skills

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Career Opportunities: Engineering Technician I (47283)

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2025 sales of $5.3 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflects Honesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility. With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery – it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Full-time employees are offered the following benefits:

• Comprehensive health and medical benefits
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan
• Professional growth and leadership training
• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

Bringing Home the Dough

Engineering technicians perform scheduled as well as unscheduled maintenance tasks. They must possess strong electrical and mechanical skills in order to support the production technician in maintaining an efficient operation.

It is necessary for him/her to be in possession of or capable of acquiring licenses required by city or state to work with boilers, refrigeration and various other job related equipment.

Engineering technicians must have the aptitude and desire for continued training because of on-going technological improvements.

Technicians must be flexible and adaptable as they will be required to rotate job assignments throughout engineering and production.

In addition, it is the responsibility of the technician to contribute to the maintenance of a safe work environment for themselves and their fellow technicians.

Engineering Technicians I must have received training in and be deemed proficient in all required skillsets on current level and level(s) below, if applicable.

Position requires proficiency in the use of SAP including data input, data retrieval, reporting, and other functions as instructed.

Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-the-job activities that may have a direct or indirect affect on product safety, legality and/or quality.

Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities

• Performs assigned preventative maintenance tasks.
• Performs scheduled maintenance on plant equipment and machinery.
• Responds to and corrects equipment stoppage/mechanical breakdown. Troubleshoots (when necessary). Repairs/replaces worn/defective parts, motors, control devices, etc.
• Operates machine shop equipment, hand tools, power hand tools, and makes required parts when necessary.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area.
• Practices and complies with all Company policies and procedures including safety and work rules, etc.
• Performs other duties as directed by supervision.
• Practices and complies with all Company policies and procedures (EEO, Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.).
• Performance of other duties which are deemed by management to be an integral part of the job, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies, and other applicable operating rules, policies and procedures.

Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications

One or more years experience as a Technician and/or formal training or experience.

Experience in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; welding, electronics, electrical repairs, industrial equipment installations, alignment, start-up repairs, etc.

High school diploma or equivalency plus no less than a 9/12 month vocational/technical certification courses. Equivalent military training, other related technical training, or two or more years of college education may be substituted for Vocational Technical training.

“Other technical training” may include the completion of AIB maintenance engineering course.

Salary Range- $30.86 Per Hourly Rate

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package.

EEO Statement

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.